How Do You Prevent Febrile Seizures In Children?
Febrile seizures are convulsions brought on by a sudden increase or decrease in a fever, usually in children over the age of 6 months, but under the age of 5 years. Most often febrile seizures will occur on the first day of a fever. Roughly one out of every twenty-five children will have a febrile seizure at some point. More than one-third of those children will have additional febrile seizures. They are usually harmless, but they can be terrifying to parents or caregivers. To prevent febrile seizures you need to know how to prevent and treat fevers. Recognize the symptoms and warning signs of a fever so you can catch it immediately and reduce and maintain it before it’s too late. Symptoms can include (some more severe than others): -Weakness -Sweating -Excessive Crying -Dehydration -Muscle Aches -Vomiting -Loss of Appetite -Headaches -Shivering -Irritability -Hallucinations -Convulsions -Confusion -Lethargy -Loss of Consciousness Whether or not you need to get your child to the doctor
